Elite Traveler March-April 2018

77 elite traveler MAR/APR 2018

PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR NORWAY

Photography buffs rejoice — this is the adventure for you. Join award-winning Lonely Planet photographer David Evans on an intimate 12-day tour through Oslo, Tromsø, the Lofoten archipelago and the North Cape. The activities are shaped around capturing the most photogenic locations and phenomena (including the mythic midnight sun) and David will offer his expert knowledge of travel and landscape photography, covering topics such as sunrise and sunset, long exposures, wildlife and macro photography, and post- production of imagery. Nordic adventure operator 50 Degrees North takes care of the itinerary while providing insight into the local culture and history — highlights include a Hurtigruten coastal port-to-port voyage, king crab safari in Kirkenes, a private boat tour in Oslo and private sea eagle safari in a rigid- inflatable boat in Lofoten. From $10,000 per person. Contact Jayde Kincaid, marketing manager & cofounder, jk@fiftydegreesnorth.com, +47 210 401 00, fiftydegreesnorth.com

AQUA EXPEDITIONS VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA For travelers already familiar with Southeast Asia, and first-timers looking for an authentic experience, Aqua Expeditions has a luxury cruise that offers a deeper insight into the diverse history of the region by those who know it best. Your vessel is the 205ft Aqua Mekong , designed by the Saigon-based architects Noor Design using local sustainable materials and artisanal touches influenced by Mekong’s culture. The 13-day itinerary is tailored to suit your preferences, but highlights include daily excursions with professionally trained guides (many of whom grew up on the banks of the river), immersing guests in Mekong life with insider knowledge that only a native would know. Explore remote Buddhist temples, floating markets, the ancient Khmer temples of Angkor Wat, or Siem Reap’s Unesco Biosphere Reserve and floating villages. From $328,000 for exclusive use for seven days, depending on season. Contact Gwen Lim, reservations manager, glim@aquaexpeditions.com, +65 627 040 02, aquaexpeditions.com